Minecraft fans have a thrilling reason to look up — literally. Mojang has officially unveiled the latest game drop for the beloved sandbox survival game, titled “Chase the Skies.” This upcoming update introduces the Happy Ghast, a long-requested, rideable mob, and adds new gameplay features including the long-awaited ability to craft Saddles.
Revealed on Sunday morning via Minecraft.net, the new update promises to take players on airborne adventures, expanding both the verticality and creativity of gameplay.
🧨 Meet the Happy Ghast – Your New Flying Companion
At the center of Chase the Skies is the Happy Ghast, an adorable and rideable variant of the classic Nether mob. To obtain one, players must:
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Find a Dried Ghast Block
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Place it in water to revive it into a Ghastling
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Feed the Ghastling snowballs until it evolves into a Happy Ghast
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Use a Harness to take to the skies
This new mechanic adds a layer of progression and interaction that builds on the pet/mob system Minecraft fans already love.
🪡 Saddle Crafting Finally Arrives
Another major highlight of the Chase the Skies update is the long-awaited ability to craft Saddles — a feature fans have been requesting for years. Previously only found through loot or trading, Saddles are now craftable, adding convenience and flexibility to the riding system.
🌍 Building on Recent Updates
Chase the Skies follows a series of substantial updates Mojang has delivered in 2025:
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Vibrant Visuals Update: Overhauled lighting and water rendering
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Spring to Life Update: Seasonal mob variants and new decorative blocks
These updates signal Mojang’s continued commitment to pushing both aesthetic and gameplay boundaries within Minecraft’s expansive world.
🕹 What to Expect Next
While Mojang hasn’t shared a specific release date, the update is expected to launch later this year, with more details promised in upcoming developer snapshots. Players eager to try out the Happy Ghast can keep an eye on the Minecraft Launcher or sign up for early access previews.
With rideable Happy Ghasts, craftable Saddles, and new immersive mechanics, Chase the Skies is shaping up to be one of Minecraft’s most exciting updates yet. Whether you’re a veteran explorer or a redstone engineer looking to build airborne bases, the skies are calling — and now you can answer.